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Audiologist

Audiologists in India assess, diagnose, and rehabilitate individuals with hearing loss, tinnitus, and balance disorders. Regulated by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), they work in hospitals, ENT clinics, schools for the deaf, and private practice. With over 63 million Indians affected by significant hearing loss, demand for qualified audiologists is steadily rising.

Salary range
₹3–16 LPA
Job growth
high
Work type
Hospital
Paths to entry
2 routes

Actions for your grade

  • Choose PCB stream in Class 11 to remain eligible for BASLP admissions
  • Visit AIISH Mysore website to understand the program structure and eligibility
  • Research how RCI regulates allied health professions in India

Your complete path from Grade 10 to Audiologist

Every step you need — from now to your first job.

BASLP Route
Science

PCB with 50%+ in Class 12 required; RCI registration mandatory to practice independently.

  1. Now
    Science Stream
  2. Exams
    NEET UG or CUET UG
  3. Degree
    BASLP – Bachelor of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology (4.5 years incl. internship)
  4. Colleges
    Aiish Mysore · AIIMS Delhi · Ali Yavar Jung National Institute Speech Hearing Disabilities Mumbai
  5. Career
    Audiologist
B.Sc + M.Sc Audiology
Science

Fewer standalone B.Sc programs exist; most premier institutes offer the integrated BASLP.

  1. Now
    Science Stream
  2. Exams
    CUET UG or NEET UG
  3. Degree
    B.Sc Audiology (3 years) followed by M.Sc Audiology (2 years)
  4. Colleges
    Aiish Mysore · Amrita Institute Medical Sciences Kochi · Manipal Academy Higher Education
  5. Career
    Audiologist

Entrance exams

ExamEligibilityDifficultyWindow
NEET UG
NTA
Class 12 PCB, 50%+Very HardMay
CUET UG
NTA
Class 12 (any stream)MediumMay-Jun

Where to Study

Institutes known to offer this career pathway in India.

Aiish Mysore
AIIMS Delhi
AIIMS New Delhi
Central GovtNew Delhi, Delhi
AIIMS Allied Health ExamAIIMS CBT
Ali Yavar Jung National Institute Speech Hearing Disabilities Mumbai
Jss Institute Speech Hearing Mysore
Manipal Academy Higher Education
Amrita Institute Medical Sciences Kochi
Recommendations only — verify eligibility, seat availability, and admission rules from official portals before applying.